Systems Administrator (PWE ) (ISSA) (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a security-minded IT professional to act as SME across networking, Linux/Windows servers, and virtualization in an onsite Cedar Rapids environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, advise on technical solutions, and support RMF/800-53 standards.

You will engage with Tier1/Tier2 teams, help improve processes, and foster relationships with internal customers and peers while supporting a secure, scalable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Typically requires a university degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Must have a DoD Secret clearance prior to start date.
• Experience with Networking, Desktop/Server Administration, and Virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on chosen technologies within a cross-functional team.
• Collaborate with customers and peers to define requirements and standards.
• Develop technical and security requirements supporting 800-53 RMF standards.
• Assist in driving issue resolution and process improvements.
• Provide SME support for Tier1/Tier2 infrastructure teams.

Skills

Networking

Linux

Windows

Scripting

RMF

Security clearance

Virtualization

Servers

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

VMware

Horizon

VSAN

PDQ

SCCM/MECM

Ansible

Powershell

Bash

Job description

Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 139

Date Posted:2026-10-23

Country:United States of America

Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 139

Position Role Type:Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

• This position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA. A relocation package is available if needed. **

What YOU will do:

• You will be a subject matter expert (SME) on the team in one or more of the following technologies:
• You will regularly work with other members of the organization as part of a cross functional team and/or leads cross-functional initiatives.
• You will build strong relationships with customers and peers.
• You will assist in developing derived technical and security requirements to support 800-53 RMF standards
• Ensures use cases, user profiles, workflow, and requirements are accurate and complete.
• You will help to create a solution matrix w/ cost & schedule based on the project requirements.
• You will work to review and define technology standards.
• You will assist in driving escalations to resolution.
• You will participate in improvement of internal processes (LEAN/ACE/CORE)
• You will use your advected knowledge to facilitate resolution of new and existing complex solutions.
• You will advise on the technical solutions to support the projects you are assigned.
• You will be a key focal contact for a med/large infrastructure teams on the initiatives they are assigned.
• Provide SME support for the Tier1 and Tier2 infrastructure teams.

What YOU will Learn:

• You will foster relationships with your DT peers across the domestic US.
• You will learn how to communicate effectively to Engineering leadership.
• You will learn how to provide ROI based on project performance.
• You will be asked to coach your peers based on their technical development plans.
• You will learn how to apply your knowledge and personal skills to shape projects that have a loose set of requirements.

Qualifications YOU Must Have:

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Must have a DoD Secret Security clearance prior to start date.
• Experience with Networking.
• Experience with Desktop Support, Server Administration, and Virtualization Technologies (VM Ware, etc.)
• Experience as a Linux Systems Administration .
• Experience with Compliance frameworks (RMF, DFARS).
• Virtualization (VCF, Horizon, VSAN).
• Servers (Windows OS and ESXi).
• Clients (Windows 11, RHEL, ubuntu).
• Configuration Management (PDQ, SCCM/MECM).
• Scripting (Powershell, Bash, Ansible).
• Networking (Cisco (IOS, Nexus, Type1 Hapie).
• Storage (VSAN, Synology).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Technology certifications (Systems Administration, Cloud, etc.)
• Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)
• Govt. Security Clearance (Secret).
• Backup (VEEM, Backup Exec)
• Observability (Solar Winds)

What We Offer:Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!

If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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